Has the REF helped to embed support for public engagement?

As universities await the conclusions of the REF 2014 assessment exercise, the NCCPE having been considering the impact of  the REF on public engagement, and whether this has been positive or negative. Join in the discussion by sharing your comments on the NCCPE blog. They will be picking up this discussion in more depth at Engage 2014 where they are hosting a seminar all about the REF, so look out for that!